How to Determine Forces in Members BC and CG Using the Section Method?

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Homework Statement


Determine the forces in members BC and CG. The forces are positive if in tension, negative if in compression.[/B]
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Homework Equations


ΣF=0
ΣM=0

The Attempt at a Solution


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I don't know where I am going wrong, My equations include the applied force, since there is only one.
 
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